Innocence Lost: A Play about Steven Truscott
Director: Sergio Calderon
Producers: Sharon Dykstra & Joan Burrows
Performance Dates: March 24 to April 9, 2023
Synopsis:
In 1959, 12-year-old Lynne Harper was found dead in a farm woodlot near Clinton, Ontario. A few months later her classmate, 14-year-old Steven Truscott, was convicted of the murder in a case that was later considered one of Canada’s most notorious wrongful convictions.
Auditions:
- By appointment at the theatre – 400 Newkirk Road, Richmond Hill
- Book an appointment for Tue, Dec 20th 7:00pm – 9:30pm or Wed, Dec 21 7:00pm – 9:30pm
- Call back date (if needed): TBD
Roles Available:
- 6 women
- 4 men
All roles are open to consideration regardless of background, ethnicity, or sexual/gender orientation. The actors will be portraying various roles and ages. Those best suited for roles will be offered a part in the production based on call-backs.
Audition Requirements:
1 – Everyone auditioning should prepare a story.
- Please tell us a story of a childhood memory of an important event in your community. (3 min MAX)
2 – Everyone will be given sides from the script
- Sections will be monologues and you will have some redirects from the director.
Audition Information:
- Auditions are to be booked in advance through Sharon Dykstra sharon.dykstra@rogers.com and actors will be booked for a 10 min audition
- Scripts are available from Sharon Dykstra sharon.dykstra@rogers.com OR
Joan Burrows joan.burrows@sympatico.ca - There is a deposit of $20 which is returned at the audition with the script being in good condition.
Rehearsals:
- Rehearsal schedule will be set after casting; generally, 2 nights a week + Sunday afternoons.
- Mandatory tech rehearsals for ALL cast and crew during the two weeks prior to opening.
Miscellaneous Information:
- Arrive early to complete an audition form prior to the audition
- If you need to cancel or will be late for the audition, please email or call the Producer
- Please bring your calendar with you. A list of possible rehearsal dates may be available so you can determine any conflicts you may have with other commitments
The Curtain Club is an award winning community theatre celebrating its 69th season. We are a non-profit, non-equity community theatre group. If you are cast in this show, you MUST become a member. Membership fees are $20 and are due no later than the first rehearsal.